Playa Esterillos Este, Central Pacific, Costa Rica, courtesy David Thompson
Playa Herradura, Central Pacific, Costa Rica, courtesy David Thompson
Playa Dominical, South Pacific, Costa Rica, courtesy David Thompson
Rainforest Stream, Costa Rica
My First View of Costa Rica, courtesy David Thompson
Tree Frog on Palm Leaf, Costa Rica
Central Valley Landscape, Costa Rica
Beach in Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica
Rainforest Meets Pacific Ocean, Costa Rica, courtesy Casa Ramon
Holidays and Special Events - Parades

Ticos, as Costa Ricans are called, are renowned for their gregarious nature, which is especially apparent during the numerous fiestas, street fairs and carnivals celebrated throughout the year in all parts of the nation. From a Saint’s day to the harvesting of a seasonal fruit, all kinds of ‘fiesta’ are celebrated in Costa Rica, most revolve around food, animals, art, sports, contests and carnivals.

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Holidays and Special Events - Tico's favorite event
Holidays and Special Events - Carnivals
Holidays and Special Events - Surfing Tournament
Holidays and Special Events - Saints' Day
Holidays and Special Events - Courtesy Arturo Sotillo
Holidays and Special Events - Courtesy Arturo Sotillo
Holidays and Special Events - Courtesy Arturo Sotillo
Holidays and Special Events - Courtesy Arturo Sotillo

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